Whirlpool Adg 9490 Pc Quick Reference Guide

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PROGRAMME SELECTION BUTTON
Press button “P” (repeatedly) until the indicator of the required programme lights 
up (see “Table of programmes” below).
ON
BUTTON
OFF
BUTTON
START BUTTON
The indicator lights up during operation, flashes when a fault occurs and goes off at 
the end of the programme. 
START BUTTON RESET FUNCTION
Press this button for at least 2 seconds; the selected programme and options are 
cancelled. Main failure displays (repeated flashing of the START indicator lamp) can be...

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First time use
1- salt reservoir
2- rinse aid dispenser
3- detergent dispenser
4- racks system
5,6,7,8- available functions on the panel
9- filters
10- spray armsIn order to always ensure the best cleaning 
results, you NEED to set: 
DETERGENT type and WATER HARDNESS.
1.Press and hold 
PROGRAMME 
SELECTION button, 
also press the 
DELAYED START 
button
2a.Check your 
DETERGENT TYPE…
2b.… and set it on your dishwasher 
using the DELAYED START 
button (shown on the display)
3.Remember to use salt...

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Daily check
 ELS
SEL
ELS
ELS
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3Adding rinse aid (not necessary when you use tablets). How to adjust the rinse aid dosage regulator
Daily use
The salt level indicator lamp may remain lit for the duration of several wash cycles. If the 
water hardness level falls within category (soft), no 
salt is required.
Salt indicator 
(depending on 
the model)
The indicator lamp on the control panel lights 
up when SALT NEEDS TO BE ADDED.
orange: OK.
clear: NEEDS TO BE ADDED
Rinse aid indicator (depending...

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How to load the racks
How to load LOWER RACK4
(In some models only)
A - Multipurpose support: Different positions for long 
utensils, cups and glasses.B - Adjustable flaps: In horizontal position for cups/long utensils, 
in raised position for plates and stemware.(In some models only)
C - Cutlery basket: It can be placed in the upper rack when the 
“Half load/Multizone” option is selected.
D - Adjustable glass holder
How to adjust upper rack height (if available) 
- It could be useful to lift up...

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Switch off the appliance Everything o.k. ...Wash cycleSelect programmeQuick, permanent or alternating6
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Exercise caution when opening the door: beware of hot steam.
Only press the OFF button once the START indicator lamp has switched off.
All the indicator lamps switch off. Unload the appliance, starting from the lower rack in order to avoid any residual drips of water falling onto crockery below.
Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
Change the programme in progress: Press the START...

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What to do if...
If a fault occurs, before contacting
 the After-sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem. Most faults can be remedied by taking the following courses of action, 
quickly restoring normal appliance operation.
The appliance... Possible causes... Solutions...
...is not working/will not start
- The appliance must be switched on.
- Check the household circuit fuse if there is no power supply.
- The dishwasher door doesnt close.
- Check if the dishwasher’s...

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What to do if...
Crockery and cutlery... Possible causes... Solutions...
...salt indicator lit
- Use tablets for soft water.
- Set “Detergent type” option; if this option is not available, it is normal for the salt indicator to light up.
...have deposits: regeneration salt residue
- Water too hard.- In areas with very hard water, more regeneration salt needs to be added (see page 2 “How to set water 
hardness”).
- Salt reservoir cap open. - Close the salt reservoir cap properly.
- Not enough...

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What to do if...
If, after carrying out the above checks, the fault persists, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap.
Contact the After-sales Service (see warranty).
Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following:
- the description of the fault,
- the appliance type and model,
- the service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating plate) inside the door on the right-hand side:Precautions and general recommendations1. Packing
The packaging materials...